Caramel Apple Cider Donuts
Soft, warmly spiced baked donuts made with apple cider and drizzled with caramel, perfect for a cozy fall treat.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup apple cider Reduce to 1/2 cup for flavor concentration.
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted Can substitute with neutral oil.
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Store-brand is recommended.
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
Topping
- to taste Caramel sauce Drizzle over warm donuts.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan.
- In a saucepan, boil the apple cider until reduced to about 1/2 cup. Let it cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugars, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine the melted butter, reduced apple cider, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fill each donut cavity about 2/3 full with the batter.
Baking
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the fridge for up to a week. Reheat gently in a 300°F oven for a few minutes.